Buying new construction

Many people are attracted to new homes and with good reason: they tend to reflect today’s architectural styles and home design trends and they’re “new!” The structure and systems should last a long time before repairs are needed. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t important factors to take into consideration when buying a new home or that you don’t need your own agent to help you with the purchase.

Here are just some of the things I do for you when considering the purchase of a new home:

Show you new homes from multiple builders, not just one.

Help you to compare the pros and cons of new construction vs. existing homes.

Look out for your interests. Builders and their representative do not represent you.

Make sure you see the full range of new and existing homes on the market. Builders are not obligated to show you every home they have for sale.

Describe the workings of the building process, how it works, and what can go wrong so that you know what to expect.

Help you understand how building schedules affect your financial obligations in the construction process.

Help you set through information and speed up decision making so you don’t lose out on opportunities.

Review the builder’s constract with you, alert you when the builder’s deal seems one-sided, and advise when legal counsel is needed.

Help you plan your move-in and timing for selling your existing home.

Alert you to considerations that may not be provided for at closing, including title insurance and protection against mechanic’s liens.

Track the flow of money through escrow accounts.

Obtain public subdivision reports on any subdivision you are interested in so you can be more fully informed about specific data.

Help you research builders’ reputation and references.

Obtain environmental hazards disclosures from the builder as well as other disclosures, such as Megan’s law and wood destroying insects.